Kamindu Mendis appointed Colombo KAPS Captain following Kusal Mendis Injury

Lanka Premier League (LPL) today confirmed that Colombo KAPS will be led by Kamindu Mendis for the remainder of the 2026 season following the injury-enforced absence of regular captain Kusal Mendis.

Kusal Mendis has been ruled out of the remainder of the 2026 LPL after sustaining a right hamstring injury during Colombo KAPS’ league-stage fixture against Kandy Royals.

The Sri Lanka wicketkeeper-batter suffered the injury early in the run chase and despite attempting to continue, was forced to retire hurt two overs into the chase after medical assessment on the field. Subsequent examinations have confirmed that he will play no further part in this year’s tournament.

Following Kusal withdrawal from the tournament, LPL Player Management Committee has confirmed the appointment of batting all-rounder Kamindu Mendis as captain of the Colombo Kaps for the remainder of the 2026 Lanka Premier League.

LPL extends its best wishes to Kusal for a speedy and complete recovery and looks forward to seeing him return to competitive cricket at the earliest opportunity.